Summary
Democrats are considering a government shutdown to push for changes at ICE after an officer shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis. Some Democratic leaders want to use upcoming funding deadlines to force limits on ICE's actions. Republicans defend ICE, stating that agents work to protect communities.
Key Facts
- An ICE officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis.
- Some Democrats want to use a potential government shutdown to push for changes at ICE.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said a shutdown isn't currently being considered.
- The next government funding deadline is January 31.
- Progressive Democrats describe ICE as lawless and demand action.
- Republicans, including House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, defend ICE's actions.
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) oversees ICE.
- DHS said the ICE officer fired because he feared for public safety.
